Niger, junta and Democratic Rule

Niger junta to consider proposal for 5-year transition to non-military rule
Niger's National Conference has submitted a proposal to return the country to non-military rule after a five-year transition period during which the current military government will stay in power.
Niger junta poised to keep power for five years
Niger's junta will stay in power for at least half a decade more if it accepts a plan presented on Thursday, which does not bar the country's ruling generals from running in any future election. Junta chief General Abdourahamane Tiani -- who will have the final say on the proposal -- proclaimed the charter's presentation as a "fresh start" for the west African nation confronted with jihadist violence.
Niger Commission Recommends 5-Year Transition to Democratic Rule, State TV Reports
A commission in military junta-led Niger has recommended a minimum five-year transition to democratic rule following discussions with national stakeholders, its president said on state TV on Thursday.
Niger's national committee proposes a return to civilian rule after five years
A national committee to chart Niger’s future has proposed that the junta-ruled country return to civilian administration in five years under new rules that strictly limit the number of political parti
National conference recommends military rule extension in Niger Republic
A conference held on Wednesday in the Republic of Niger has recommended that the military leadership remain in power for five years before handing over to civilian rule. While presenting the report, the chairman of the Economic and Sustainable Development Committee,
Niger junta's commission proposes 5-year transition to civilian rule
A commission in Niger has recommended a minimum five-year transition to democratic rule following national discussions. ・Commission in Niger recommends minimum five-year transition to democratic rule after military seizure of power in 2023.
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Niger Red Cross ban comes amid 'dire humanitarian' situation
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Niger becomes first African country to eliminate onchocerciasis
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Niger junta expels Red Cross without explanation
The military junta in Niger has ordered the International Committee of the Red Cross to leave the country. The regime, which ...
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Niger Republic bars Nigerians with ECOWAS passport
The Republic of Niger has begun enforcing restrictions on Nigerians traveling with the ECOWAS passport, barring entry for those without a valid international passport.
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Edwin Clark: A Video Snapshot Of A Niger Delta Leader, Patriot And Nationalist
A fiery advocate for the country's oil-rich Niger Delta region, Clark who died at 97, leaves a legacy of sacrifice and equity in the country.
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Global Atomic gains on Niger project reassurance
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Niger agric drive gingers fresh interest in farming
Niger State is blessed with the largest land mass in the country, with over 76,000 square kilometres of mostly arable land.